10 Symptoms of Bursitis
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Stiff Joints
Another non-specific symptom that can often be attributed to old age, there are many individuals who experience stiff joints right after waking up. Lying down for a long duration can reduce the amount of synovial fluid leading to difficulty moving joints in the morning. In cases such as bursitis, pain, swelling, tenderness, and reduced movement often accompany joint stiffness.
Joint stiffness can cause movements such as walking, running, standing, or lifting objects to be difficult and painful. Bursitis is usually a temporary condition where it would usually resolve after the affected area is rested for a duration of time. Patients should keep to light activity to allow the stiffness to resolve.
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